Nilson Reef
Discover a stunning dive site just a short 6-minute speedboat ride away. Located in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, this small yet exceptional reef offers an unforgettable underwater experience. The coral blocks that make up the reef sit approximately 2-3 meters below the surface, gradually descending to 10 meters in the south and 15 meters in the north.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse marine life as you explore the plateaus to the east and west. Be mesmerized by the colorful display of hard and soft corals that decorate the underwater landscape. Keep your eyes peeled for fascinating creatures such as Napoleons, nudibranchs, barracudas, scorpion fish, and moray eels.
With excellent visibility of up to 19 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, this dive site is ideal for divers of all levels, including beginners. Its convenient location in Egypt makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts seeking a remarkable underwater adventure.
Experience the wonders of this captivating dive site and create lasting memories in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse marine life as you explore the plateaus to the east and west. Be mesmerized by the colorful display of hard and soft corals that decorate the underwater landscape. Keep your eyes peeled for fascinating creatures such as Napoleons, nudibranchs, barracudas, scorpion fish, and moray eels.
With excellent visibility of up to 19 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, this dive site is ideal for divers of all levels, including beginners. Its convenient location in Egypt makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts seeking a remarkable underwater adventure.
Experience the wonders of this captivating dive site and create lasting memories in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Nilson Reef
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Nilson Reef
Depth
18m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Nilson Reef
Wave Height
0.54m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
27.6°C
Visibility
25.1km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.8s
Air Temperature
29.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Nilson Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Nilson Reef
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.218625429553263/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 10.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.206082474226804/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Nilson Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Nilson Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Nilson Reef are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.68m (4.85s), Wind: 10.4 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 7.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Nilson ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Nilson Reef
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Nilson Reef
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Nilson Reef
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Nilson Reef
Water Temp
22.5°C / 72.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Nilson Reef
Nilson Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.5°C) and December the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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